Gretchen Geagan is a Certified Member of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Vanderbilt University (Nashville, TN) in Human and Organizational Development and a Master of Science Degree in Health Services Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with a graduate certificate in Gerontology. Her work experience includes leadership roles with independent and assisted living residences in Middle Tennessee as well as publishing a resource guide for seniors. Gretchen serves on the Education Committee for the Tennessee Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, on the Legislative Committee for the Council on Aging and as Past-Chair for the Middle Tennessee Advisory Council for the Mid-South Alzheimer’s Association Chapter.

Eunice Gerth holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology from Randolph-Macon Women’s College, a Master of Science Degree in Physiology from Vanderbilt University (Nashville, TN). and a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University (Nashville, TN). She is a member of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers. Her work experience includes geriatric care management for a non-profit agency, product development for a pharmaceutical firm and teaching college biology. A founding member of Life-Links, Eunice has over 10 years of private geriatric care management experience, serves as an educational speaker for several local organizations and has a certificate in Medical Gerontology.

Jodi Jackson, is a Registered Nurse with clinical nursing experience in critical care and home health. Most recently, Jodi was the RN Case Manager and Administrator for the Medicare and private duty home care agency at The Heritage of Brentwood. In this role, she managed the overall healthcare needs of 200+ independent living residents, oversaw the Podiatry, Audiology and Wellness Clinics and supervised nurses and caregivers providing direct patient care. In addition to her clinical skills, Jodi has extensive experience assessing elderly individuals, advocating on their behalf and educating patients and families. Jodi maintains an active nursing license in Tennessee.

Ron Geagan joined Life-Links following leadership positions with several Middle Tennessee companies serving seniors; first as Executive Director of a non-medical homecare agency and second as Operations Director of a law firm assisting U.S. veterans and their families with obtaining long-term care benefits. Before serving the elderly population of Middle Tennessee, Ron worked in the television industry as National Sales Manager for a distributor of television programs. Recently, Ron was elected by his peers to serve as President of Senior Services Network, a professional organization of more than 150 providers of services for seniors in the Greater Nashville area. He is also the Programs Chair for the Williamson County Geriatric Council and is a charter member of Brentwood Rides, a grass-roots organization working to bring transportation for seniors to Brentwood, TN.

Holly Cumming holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Georgia State University and a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University (Nashville, TN). She is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in trauma, mood disorders, and marital therapy. In her work with seniors, Holly draws not only from her training in mental health, but also from her earlier experience in education and professional organizing. She is a member of Middle Tennessee Licensed Professional Counselors, American Association of Christian Counselors (national and regional) and the American Counselors Association.

Alisha Gulla-Carter holds a Bachelors degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Middle Tennessee State University (Murfreesboro, TN). Her work experience includes positions of increasing responsibility with a non-medical, homecare company and most recently as a home healthcare consultant for a Medicare-certified agency. In addition to an overall understanding of the unique needs of aging adults and their families, Alisha brings specialized knowledge. She excels at maximizing insurance benefits and coordinating communication among providers while navigating the healthcare system. She has held the position of Secretary for Senior Services Network and is the past Events Chairperson for the Williamson County Geriatric Council. She is also the co-creator of the Senior Simulation, an annual event increasing sensitivity of other professionals to the needs of senior adults.